Queen's Silver Jubilee Commemorative Crown

Queen's Silver Jubilee Commemorative Crown

Issued to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Queen's accession to the throne in 1952.
This crown, as with the 1977 crown, had a face value of twenty-five new pence. Because it was primarily a commemorative coin rather than being intended to circulate, it was presumably not considered necessary to include a mark of value in the inscription.

Obverse:

ELIZABETH II D G REG F D 1977

Reverse:

An original design by Arnold Machin, showing the ampulla and anointing spoon that were used in the coronation ceremony. These had been renovated for the coronation of Charles II, are believed to date respectively from the 14th and 12th centuries, and to be the oldest items in the Regalia to have remained in continual use.
There is no inscription on the reverse.

Edge

Although many coins do not carry the Crown denomination, collectors tend to label them as such because of their size. The name "Crown" refers to any piece 33 mm in diameter or larger, and weighing more than 20 gm. Crowns are popular because they are big and heavy, almost the size of a traditional U.S. silver dollar. Plus, they offer a variety of collecting possibilities, including famous people, places and events, yet remain very affordable. These crowns are minted in cupro-nickel and are in Uncirculated condition.